The new Turkish ambassador to Somalia takes office
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20-second readThe new ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to Somalia, Ferhat Alkan, has officially begun his diplomatic duties in Mogadishu, as the relationship between Somalia and Turkey enters a crucial phase of cooperation and diplomatic ties.
Reported by Goobjoog Somali
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The new Turkish ambassador to Somalia takes office
The new ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to Somalia, Ferhat Alkan, has officially begun his diplomatic duties in Mogadishu, as the relationship between Somalia and Turkey enters a crucial phase…

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Caasimada Online
Turkey will continue to support Somalia in security, development, and strengthening government institutions.
Attributed to: Ferhat Alkan
Read report ↗Goobjoog Somali
Ferhat Alkan emphasized that Turkey will continue to support Somalia, especially in security and development.
Attributed to: Ferhat Alkan
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Caasimada Online
Turkey and Somalia are celebrating 60 years of diplomatic relations.
Read report ↗Goobjoog Somali
This year marks the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Somalia and Turkey.
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Caasimada Online
Ferhat Alkan is the new Turkish ambassador to Somalia.
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Caasimada Online
Ferhat Alkan took over the position from Alper Aktaş.
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Goobjoog Somali
Ferhat Alkan has officially started his diplomatic duties in Mogadishu.
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Goobjoog Somali
Ferhat Alkan stated that he will focus on developing the relationship between the two countries during his tenure.
Attributed to: Ferhat Alkan
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Caasimada Online and Goobjoog Somali report the same central claim — Ferhat Alkan emphasized that Turkey will continue to support Somalia, especially in security and development. — but the recorded original asserters do not establish independent confirmation.
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Most recent report · 26 September 2026 07:18 UTC
The new Turkish ambassador to Somalia takes office
The new ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to Somalia, Ferhat Alkan, has officially begun his diplomatic duties in Mogadishu, as the relationship between Somalia and Turkey enters a crucial phase of cooperation and diplomatic ties.
1 report
Most recent report · 25 September 2026 06:00 UTC
Safiirka cusub ee Turkiga ee Soomaaliya oo soo saaray farriin culus kadib markii uu…
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25 September 2026 06:00 – 26 September 2026 07:18 · UTC
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The new Turkish ambassador to Somalia takes office
The new ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to Somalia, Ferhat Alkan, has officially begun his diplomatic duties in Mogadishu, as the relationship…
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Safiirka cusub ee Turkiga ee Soomaaliya oo soo saaray farriin culus kadib markii uu…
Danjiraha cusub ee Turkiga u fadhiya Soomaaliya, Ferhat Alkan, oo soo gaaray Muqdisho, ayaa sheegay in Ankara ay sii wadi doonto taageerada ay siiso…
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